ELEMENTS OF GOVERNMENT - Jamb Government Past Questions and Answers

Question 441:

• JAMB 1994

What is the major distinguishing characteristic between flexible and rigid constitutions?

A. Manner of documentation
B. One is unwritten
C. Amendment procedure
D. Degree of legality

Question 442:

• JAMB 1994

Which of the following best defines democracy?

A. Government based on virtuous principles and laws
B. Government based on the spirit and letter of the constitution
C. Government based on the free consent of the governed
D. Government which recognizes and respects human rights as enshrined in the constitution

Question 443:

• JAMB 1994

An economic system in which the major means of production are owned and controlled by a few individuals is called

A. Socialism
B. Communism
C. Communalism
D. Capitalism

Question 444:

• JAMB 1994

The essence of checks and balances is to

A. Enhance the functioning of government and prevent arbitary use of power
B. Ensure that people have their own rights
C. Make sure that power is not delegated to other bodies or individuals
D. Prevent political parties from putting pressure on government

Question 445:

• JAMB 1994

The power of a head of state to dissolve the legislature and order a general election is usually associated with the

A. Presidential system of government
B. Monarchical system of government
C. Parliamentary system of government
D. Unitary system of government